Sunday 14 July 2019

A year of writing prompts: 18 July

How to use these prompts

Whose shed is this?
What is kept inside?
Something out of the ordinary, perhaps?



Prompts

  1. "People hate as they love - unreasonably." William Makepeace Thackeray.
  2. It's Perfect Family Day. The family at the centre of your story are the perfect family. Or are they?
  3. On Railroad Day, write a story featuring a train journey or a railway station.
  4. Cell.
  5. Buy the ticket, take the ride.


Character Names
Rosita, Rose, Cameron, Camryn, Camille, Simon, Arnold, Frederick, Camilla, Fred


Character Traits
  • Dislike routine - would rather drift and possibly end up somewhere interesting and new.
  • Keep up with modern trends and technology.
  • Artistic temperament.
  • Not punctual.
  • Hard working and confident in their abilities but not very practical, so may need support from others in order to succeed. They will, however, finish one project before starting another.
  • Success can be meteoric, but is not always lasting.
  • There may be something unusual or eccentric about their home life, including perhaps living in a commune or religious community.
  • Intuitive.
  • Love nature.
  • May have a big family.
  • Appear sociable but this hides a private and secretive front. Like to belong to a circle of special friends.
  • Generous gift givers.
  • Fascinated by images, ideas and culture.
  • Science, writing and art are possible career choices.
  • Danger from liquids, poisons, gases, falls and dog bites.
  • Risk of problems and accidents related to violent or dangerous sports, or air travel.
  • Risk of bankruptcy.

Possible Themes
The power of the elements; the wonder of nature.
Contentment and satisfaction which comes through understanding.
Libraries.
Learning and sharing ideas.


Objects

A library; shooting stars; a carriage; pastry; cocktails.

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